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NYC Mayor Mamdani Opposes RSS Chief Bhagwat's Madison Square Event
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THE BRIEF
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed opposition to the upcoming August 29, 2026, event at Madison Square Garden featuring RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat.
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The event, part of the RSS centenary-year global outreach programme, is expected to host approximately 5,000 attendees at the iconic venue.
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Mayor Mamdani stated that while he opposes the rally, the city may lack the legal jurisdiction to cancel the private gathering scheduled for Saturday.